How is Clinical Pilates different? - EBR Physio Bentleigh East

General Pilates vs Clinical Pilates

Pilates has long been regarded for improving core strength. The benefits gained from practising pilates are numerous including improved flexibility & mobility, posture, balance, bone density and many more.   At EBR Physio our Physios combine their in-depth understanding of anatomy and physiology which is utilised in Clinical Pilates.  This may include a combination of mat, fit-ball, foam roller, Pilates reformer and trapeze exercises.


General Pilates 

•    Usually run in a studio or gym by instructors who are Pilates trained. 
•    No individual physical assessment with everyone in the class doing the same exercises.
•    Often a larger number of people in a class


Clinical Pilates

clinical pilates

•    Instructed and supervised by physiotherapists who are Clinical Pilates trained.
•    Follows an initial assessment to fully understand client medical history and individual needs. 
•    Small group classes with a maximum of four client. Sessions can be applied to rehabilitation purposes and as an exercise-based physiotherapy treatment technique.  
•    Exercises are personalised to take into consideration any previous injuries or conditions. 
•    May be claimable if you have private health insurance ‘Extras Cover’.  

Clinical Pilates is suitable for people of all age groups and fitness levels as it is low-impact varying in difficulty and intensity according to your needs.  If you’d like more details about joining one of our classes, please get in touch. 

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